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Major Energy and Environmental News and Commentary affecting the Nuclear Industry.

Saturday, June 13, 2015

Can the pope move the needle on climate change?

Can the pope move the needle on climate change?


http://grist.org/climate-energy/can-the-pope-move-the-needle-on-climate-change/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed

The pope’s encyclical now has an epic movie trailer

The pope’s encyclical now has an epic movie trailer


http://grist.org/climate-energy/the-popes-encyclical-now-has-an-epic-movie-trailer/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed

Hillary Clinton Blasts GOP’s ‘I’m Not A Scientist’ Rhetoric In Campaign Kickoff Speech


Hillary Clinton Blasts GOP’s ‘I’m Not A Scientist’ Rhetoric In Campaign Kickoff Speech


http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2015/06/13/3669384/hillary-clinton-kickoff-speech-climate/

Oil layoffs reach 150,000, recruiting firm says

Oil layoffs reach 150,000, recruiting firm says


http://fuelfix.com/blog/2015/06/12/oil-layoffs-reach-150000-recruiting-firm-says/#33583101=0&33549103=0

Michael Hoexter: The Climate (and Climate Justice!) Movement Cannot Remain a Genteel Environmentalist Movement

 
http://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2015/06/michael-hoexter-the-climate-and-climate-justice-movement-cannot-remain-a-genteel-environmentalist-movement.html

1.3 million-pound Unit 3 Steam Generator arrives from South Korea


1.3 million-pound Unit 3 Steam Generator arrives from South Korea

Latest delivery for Vogtle nuclear expansion illustrates global supply chain

ATLANTA, June 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today the latest major international shipment to reach the Vogtle expansion site near Waynesboro, Ga. – the Unit 3 Steam Generator A. The steam generator, which was assembled in South Korea and shipped to the Port of Savannah, reached the site via train earlier this week. The steam generator is the latest international delivery illustrating the global supply chain in place supporting the first new nuclear units built in the United States in more than three decades.
The 1.3 million-pound, or 650-ton, steam generator is 82-feet long and is the second delivered to the site this year for Unit 3. Steam generators are heat exchangers used to convert water into steam using the heat produced in a nuclear reactor core. There are two steam generators per unit in the AP1000 design.

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/13-million-pound-unit-3-steam-generator-arrives-from-south-korea-2015-06-12

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani Aims to Limit Nuclear Inspections, Warns of Talks Delay

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani Aims to Limit Nuclear Inspections, Warns of Talks Delay



http://www.ndtv.com/world-news/irans-president-hassan-rouhani-aims-to-limit-nuclear-inspections-warns-of-talks-delay-771420

Nuclear talks face many differences: says Rouhani


Nuclear talks face many differences: says RouhaniTEHRAN: There are still “many differences over details” of a nuclear deal Iran and world powers are trying to conclude by June 30, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Saturday.
Iranian negotiators and those of the P5+1 group (Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia and the United States) are meeting in Vienna to clinch a deal that would guarantee the strictly peaceful nature of Tehran’s nuclear program in exchange for a lifting of punishing international sanctions.
“The general framework that the Islamic Republic of Iran wants is accepted by the P5+1 group but there are still many differences in the details that must be addressed,” Rouhani told a press conference on the occasion of the second anniversary of his election.

http://www.arabnews.com/world/news/761611

China confirms test of supersonic nuclear delivery vehicle; US slams move


China confirms test of supersonic nuclear delivery vehicle; US slams move


http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report-china-confirms-test-of-supersonic-nuclear-delivery-vehicle-us-slams-move-2095336

'Iran has every intention to build an ICBM and a nuclear weapons program,' former chief declares

'Iran has every intention to build an ICBM and a nuclear weapons program,' former chief declares



https://www.catholic.org/news/international/middle_east/story.php?id=61217

Russia leads race to build SA nuclear plants

Russia leads race to build SA nuclear plants

Johannesburg - Nuclear co-operation agreements between South Africa and five countries confirm Russia’s status as the front runner for the construction of 9 600MW of new generating capacity, with China seemingly close behind, but this remains subject to this country’s law and must be ratified by Parliament. 

http://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/russia-leads-race-to-build-sa-nuclear-plants-1.1871220#.VXyiM6aKI-8

Nuclear energy innovation workshop report focuses on concepts with greatest promise

Nuclear energy innovation workshop report focuses on concepts with greatest promise



http://neutronbytes.com/2015/06/13/nuclear-energy-innovation-workshop-report-focuses-on-concepts-with-greatest-promise/

Nuclear Innovation Workshops 2015
https://nuclearinnovationworkshop.inl.gov/SiteAssets/SitePages/About/Nuclear%20Energy%20Innovation%20Workshop%20Executive%20Summary.pdf

Russia to build nuclear power plants for Nigeria

Russia to build nuclear power plants for Nigeria


http://www.dailytrust.com.ng/weekly/index.php/new-news/20792-russia-to-build-nuclear-power-plants-for-nigeria

What's ahead for Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant

What's ahead for Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant

http://www.newsobserver.com/news/business/article23827798.html

40-year Fukushima clean-up plan okayed

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-in-school/40year-fukushima-cleanup-plan-okayed/article7310591.ece

Japan unveils revised roadmap Fukushima nuclear plant cleanup

http://www.power-technology.com/news/newsjapan-unveils-revised-roadmap-fukushima-nuclear-plant-cleanup-4599901

Delhi to have 'Hall of nuclear power' after 75 years of the atom

'Hall of nuclear power' to be set up in Delhi 

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/hall-of-nuclear-power-to-be-set-up-in-delhi/articleshow/47657386.cms

Delhi to have 'Hall of nuclear power' after 75 years of the atom

http://www.hindustantimes.com/newdelhi/delhi-to-have-hall-of-nuclear-power-after-75-years-of-the-atom/article1-1358292.aspx

Future fission Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs? Barry Brook

Future fission

Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?
- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.kg6b7d45.dpuf
 Future fission Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?  Barry Brook
Future fission
- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.kg6b7d45.dpuf
http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/

SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites June 12, 2015 Murphy: “These problems have gone on for too long”

SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites

June 12, 2015
- See more at: http://energycommerce.house.gov/press-release/suboversight-examines-oversight-failures-doe-sites#sthash.WQKabIeo.dpuf
SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites June 12, 2015       Murphy: “These problems have gone on for too long” 

#SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites

June 12, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today held a hearing on “Oversight Failures Behind the Radiological Incident at DOE’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant.” The hearing is part of the committee’s longstanding efforts to improve safety at some of the nation’s most critical nuclear sites.
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
- See more at: http://energycommerce.house.gov/press-release/suboversight-examines-oversight-failures-doe-sites#sthash.WQKabIeo.dpuf

#SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites

June 12, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today held a hearing on “Oversight Failures Behind the Radiological Incident at DOE’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant.” The hearing is part of the committee’s longstanding efforts to improve safety at some of the nation’s most critical nuclear sites.
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
- See more at: http://energycommerce.house.gov/press-release/suboversight-examines-oversight-failures-doe-sites#sthash.WQKabIeo.dpuf

http://energycommerce.house.gov/press-release/suboversight-examines-oversight-failures-doe-sites

House panel explores research into nuclear fission and fusion technologies

House panel explores research into nuclear fission and fusion technologies

With some reservations, lawmakers expressed bipartisan support for continued R&D funding.


http://scitation.aip.org/content/aip/magazine/physicstoday/news/10.1063/PT.5.1046

Nuclear war on the Hill



Nuclear war on the Hill

Fusion research splits the House and Senate. Why? Because, er… science.

http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2015/06/nuclear-war-on-the-hill-000083

Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home

Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home


http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/fukushima-nuclear-disaster-japan-lifts-evacuation-orders-n374271

Energy News Roundup: EPA Takes First Step On Airlines Regulation, Energy Consumption Slowing & Abbott Dismisses Renewables

Energy News Roundup: EPA Takes First Step On Airlines Regulation, Energy Consumption Slowing & Abbott Dismisses Renewables
By Conor O'Sullivan, Friday, June 12, 2015 6:00 AM
Airlines Face Rapidly Rising Fuel Costs
The EPA have begun the process of regulating greenhouse gas emissions from the largest domestic commercial airlines. “But some fear the ultimate approach may prove too weak. The agency released a proposed “endangerment finding,” meaning that it is suggesting that aircraft engines may “contribute to the air pollution that causes climate change and endangers public health and welfare.” That’s what the… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/12/energy-news-roundup-epa-take-first-step-on-airlines-regulation-energy-consumption-decreasing-abbott-dismisses-renewables/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=18315036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8e4oo1zYkFfxL5oN03l1xHLjcoTVR5jbK_NmxMp-gKqZlVZuOf7j1QmfUjfZK7IsHHXijBeVFU4tHns6P4Azf25Yezag&_hsmi=18315036

Is Germany Outsourcing Its Future Energy Security?


Is Germany Outsourcing Its Future Energy Security?
By Roman Kilisek, Friday, June 12, 2015 12:05 PM
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM- JUNE 3:  Pylons are seen situated over a residential housing area on June 3, 2005 in Birmingham, England. Research released suggests that living too close to overhead powerlines apears to cause a higher risk in childhood leukaemia. The study concluded that children who lived within 200m of high voltage lines were at 70% higher risk. (Photo by Matt Lewis/Getty Images)
German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWI) Sigmar Gabriel recently touted another step towards enhancing EU energy security via regional cooperation. The Minister and 11 of his colleagues from neighboring European countries signed a political declaration meant to ensure the reliable and secure supply of electricity among those countries. Dubbed “12 electrical neighbors”… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/12/is-germany-outsourcing-its-future-energy-security/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=18315036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_4t3CJ-IWLjJoat1KnkOFbl4taRMl6ptl7I5GNfRRErdIqtl9GGmzrbD7jmLQb29jsFgQ-1ynftbdLTxdxAO6R38aVaQ&_hsmi=18315036

Braving The Headwinds Hitting U.S. Wind Energy


Braving The Headwinds Hitting U.S. Wind Energy
By Joan Bondareff, Stefanos Roulakis | Blank Rome LLP, Friday, June 12, 2015 4:00 PM

Former General Motors Executive Bashes Tesla’s Storage Plan: ‘Boy, I Don’t See it’

Former General Motors Executive Bashes Tesla’s Storage Plan: ‘Boy, I Don’t See it’


http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/gms-bob-lutz-thinks-telslas-stationary-storage-business-is-a-really-stupid?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Utility%20Dive%20Weekender&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20Weekly%20Roundup%3A%20Utility%20Dive%2006-12-2015

5 reasons Obama’s transformative power plan won’t transform anything

5 reasons Obama’s transformative power plan won’t transform anything



http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2015/05/obama-transformative-energy-power-plan-000016?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Utility%20Dive%20Weekender&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20Weekly%20Roundup%3A%20Utility%20Dive%2006-12-2015

UBS: Solar will soon be 'default technology of the future'

UBS: Solar will soon be 'default technology of the future'


http://www.utilitydive.com/news/ubs-solar-will-soon-be-default-technology-of-the-future/400443/

Nuclear Power Reactors in the World - IAEA Reference Data Series 2 - 2015 Edition

Nuclear Power Reactors in the World - IAEA Reference Data Series 2 - 2015 Edition

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/rds2-35web-85937611.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10903/Nuclear-Power-Reactors-in-the-World-2015-Edition-

Quality and Reliability Aspects in Nuclear Power Reactor Fuel Engineering - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NF-G-2.1

Quality and Reliability Aspects in Nuclear Power Reactor Fuel Engineering - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NF-G-2.1

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1656_web.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10576/Quality-and-Reliability-Aspects-in-Nuclear-Power-Reactor-Fuel-Engineering-

GENERIC DESIGN ASSESSMENT Progress report for the period Janary 2015 to March 2015

GENERIC DESIGN ASSESSMENT

 

Progress report for the period Janary 2015 to March 2015

www.onr.org.uk/new-reactors/.../gda-quarterly-report-jan-mar-15.pdf
will be published on the joint rregulators website (http://www.onr.org.uk/new-reactors/uk- abwr/ro-res-plan.htm). Metrics. 17. Throughout GDA and the closure ..

Plant Life Management Models for Long Term Operation of Nuclear Power Plants - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NP-T-3.18

Plant Life Management Models for Long Term Operation of Nuclear Power Plants - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NP-T-3.18

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1655_web.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10520/Plant-Life-Management-Models-for-Long-Term-Operation-of-Nuclear-Power-Plants-

Common cause failure analysis of PWR containment spray system by GO-FLOW methodology

Common cause failure analysis of PWR containment spray system by GO-FLOW methodology


http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0029549313002513

Norway, Finland, Sweden, Belarus to outline areas of cooperation in nuclear safety

Norway, Finland, Sweden, Belarus to outline areas of cooperation in nuclear safety

http://atom.belta.by/en/news_en/view/norway-finland-sweden-belarus-to-outline-areas-of-cooperation-in-nuclear-safety-5729/

Quality and Reliability Aspects in Nuclear Power Reactor Fuel Engineering - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NF-G-2.1

Quality and Reliability Aspects in Nuclear Power Reactor Fuel Engineering - IAEA Nuclear Energy Series NF-G-2.1

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1656_web.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10576/Quality-and-Reliability-Aspects-in-Nuclear-Power-Reactor-Fuel-Engineering-

Greenpeace releases confidential IAEA Fukushima-Daiichi accident report

Greenpeace releases confidential IAEA Fukushima-Daiichi accident report


http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/news/Blogs/nuclear-reaction/IAEA-Fukushima-Daiichi-accident-report/blog/53055/



Greenpeace claims it received a copy of the report and made it public:

http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part1.pdf ;

http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part2.pdf ;

http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part3.pdf;

http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part4.pdf;

http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part5.pdf;

Protection of the Public against Exposure Indoors due to Radon and Other Natural Sources of Radiation - IAEA Safety Standards Series SSG-32

Protection of the Public against Exposure Indoors due to Radon and Other Natural Sources of Radiation - IAEA Safety Standards Series SSG-32

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1651Web-62473672.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10671/Protection-of-the-Public-against-Exposure-Indoors-due-to-Radon-and-Other-Natural-Sources-of-Radiation-

Risk Informed Approach for Nuclear Security Measures for Nuclear and Other Radioactive Material out of Regulatory Control - IAEA Nuclear Security Series 24-G

Risk Informed Approach for Nuclear Security Measures for Nuclear and Other Radioactive Material out of Regulatory Control - IAEA Nuclear Security Series 24-G

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1678_web.pdf ;

Perception of Risk by Paul Slovic

http://socsci2.ucsd.edu/~aronatas/project/academic/risk%20slovic.pdf

Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors - IAEA TECDOC 1762

Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors - IAEA TECDOC 1762

http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/TE-1762_web.pdf ;

http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10847/Operating-Experience-from-Events-Reported-to-the-IAEA-Incident-Reporting-System-for-Research-Reactors-

"The Giant Tsunami Had Been Foreseen, But Not Been Included in Disaster Design"



"The Giant Tsunami Had Been Foreseen, But Not Been Included in Disaster Design"
http://www.homeofgeography.org/uk/news_2012/Giant%20Tsunami%20paper.pdf

THREE YEARS AFTER: Stress-related deaths reach 2,973 in Tohoku

THREE YEARS AFTER: Stress-related deaths reach 2,973 in Tohoku



http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/life_and_death/AJ201403070057

Fukushima stress deaths top 3/11 toll

Fukushima stress deaths top 3/11 toll

Uncertainties amid nuclear crisis acutely felt by elderly



http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2014/02/20/national/post-quake-illnesses-kill-more-in-fukushima-than-2011-disaster/#.VXxLHaaKI-9

NRC: What Are the Lessons Learned from Fukushima?

What Are the Lessons Learned from Fukushima?

Lessons Learned Logo After the Fukushima accident, a task force of senior NRC staff reviewed the circumstances of the event to determine what lessons could be learned. In July 2011, the task force provided recommendations to enhance U.S. reactor safety, and these became the foundation of the NRC's post-Fukushima activities. The Commission then approved a three-tiered prioritization of the recommendations as summarized below (note that Recommendation 1 is being addressed outside of the three tiers).


http://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/ops-experience/japan-dashboard/priorities.html

Risk Informed Approach for Nuclear Security Measures for Nuclear and Other Radioactive Material out...


Risk Informed Approach for Nuclear Security Measures for Nuclear and Other Radioactive Material out...
 
 


 
 
http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1678_web.pdf ; .

Carnival of Nuclear Energy Bloggers 264


Carnival of Nuclear Energy Bloggers 264


http://neutronbytes.com/2015/06/13/carnival-of-nuclear-energy-bloggers-264/

Friday, June 12, 2015

Is stratospheric geoengineering worth the risk?

Is stratospheric geoengineering worth the risk?


http://thebulletin.org/stratospheric-geoengineering-worth-risk8396

Did Obama Let ISIS Go Nuclear?


Did Obama Let ISIS Go Nuclear?


http://www.libertynewsnow.com/did-obama-let-isis-go-nuclear/article1574

Why Saudi Arabia can’t get a nuclear weapon

Why Saudi Arabia can’t get a nuclear weapon


http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/saudi-arabias-nuclear-bluff/2015/06/11/9ce1f4f8-1074-11e5-9726-49d6fa26a8c6_story.html

Kasich tries his odds in meeting with Las Vegas Republicans

Kasich tries his odds in meeting with Las Vegas Republicans


http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2015/06/12/kasich-tries-his-odds-in-meeting-with-las-vegas-gop.html

Future fission Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs? Barry Brook

Future fission

Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?
- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.9IXpagJP.dpuf

Future fission

Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?
- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.9IXpagJP.dpuf
  Future fission  Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?  Barry Brook

http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/

Are journalists critical enough when covering nuclear?

Are journalists critical enough when covering nuclear?


http://www.scidev.net/global/journalism/scidev-net-at-large/journalists-critical-covering-nuclear-energy.html

How oil flows in and out of every major region around the world

 How oil flows in and out of every major region around the world
http://www.businessinsider.com/bp-map-world-oil-trade-movements-2014-2015-6?utm_source=alerts&nr_email_referer=1

Energy Storage is Critical Issue at Utility Industry's Conference in New Orleans

Posted: 12 Jun 2015 04:35 AM PDT
On the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina which devastated the Gulf Coast, the conference highlighted the immense importance of the utility companies in ensuring resiliency and reliability as increasingly intense storms challenge our aging infrastructure.read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/gail-tverberg/2238406/why-eia-iea-and-bp-oil-forecasts-are-too-high

Why EIA, IEA, and BP Oil Forecasts are Too High

Posted: 12 Jun 2015 05:44 AM PDT
When forecasting how much oil will be available in future years, a standard approach seems to be the following: 1. Figure out how much GDP growth the researcher hopes to have in the future. 2. “Work backward” to see how much oil is needed, based on how much oil was used for a given level of GDP in the past.read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/gail-tverberg/2238406/why-eia-iea-and-bp-oil-forecasts-are-too-high

The EPA's Clean Power Plan 'Victory' Isn't The Slam Dunk It Seems To Be

Posted: 12 Jun 2015 07:42 AM PDT
The EPA is probably feeling pretty good about itself after its big climate “win” in federal court on Tuesday. A three-judge, conservative-leaning panel dismissed various state and industry challenges to the legality of the EPA’s proposed Clean Power Plan. But is a larger problem for the plan on the horizon?read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/brian-h-potts/2239356/epas-clean-power-plan-victory-isnt-slam-dunk-it-seems-be

Nuclear Power in Spain, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2015

Nuclear Power in Spain, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2015 - Capacity, Generation, Power Plants, Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles



http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/2583284

Sanctions Don't Squeeze Russia's nuclear plans

Europe never was a focus for Russia in terms of new construction because Europe is more or less balanced in terms of electricity supply that’s why Rosatom is focused on emerging markets

By Kostis Geropoulos


http://www.neurope.eu/article/sanctions-dont-squeeze-russias-nuclear-plans/

Position Paper Extols Virginia's Potential For Nuclear Power

Position Paper Extols Virginia's Potential For Nuclear Power



http://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/12/position-paper-extols-virginia_2700_s-potential-for-nuclear-power-061201.aspx#.VXtQ9EblxbI

Japan Prepares to Restart Sendai NPP After Four-Year Hiatus Over Fukushima

Japan Prepares to Restart Sendai NPP After Four-Year Hiatus Over Fukushima



http://sputniknews.com/science/20150612/1023281491.html

Japan needs 35 nuclear reactors operating by 2030, says industry minister

Japan needs 35 nuclear reactors operating by 2030, says industry minister



http://ajw.asahi.com/article/behind_news/politics/AJ201506110038

Japan: Autonomous drone developed for Fukushima reactors

Japan: Autonomous drone developed for Fukushima reactors


http://www.bbc.com/news/blogs-news-from-elsewhere-33096077

Japan delays nuclear fuel removal schedule for Fukushima plant


Japan delays nuclear fuel removal schedule for Fukushima plant


http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/fukushima/AJ201506120098

What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?

What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?

Experts have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of working safely in such highly radioactive conditions.

- See more at: http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf

What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?
Experts have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of working safely in such highly radioactive conditions. - See more at: http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf

http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/

Experts have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of working safely in such highly radioactive conditions. - See more at: http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf

Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home

Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home



http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/fukushima-nuclear-disaster-japan-lifts-evacuation-orders-n374271

Nuclear Deal-Breakers?

Nuclear Deal-Breakers?



http://www.algemeiner.com/2015/06/12/nuclear-deal-breakers/

UPDATE 1-Iran nuclear talks "virtually stalled", deadline may be missed - TASS

UPDATE 1-Iran nuclear talks "virtually stalled", deadline may be missed - TASS


http://in.reuters.com/article/2015/06/12/iran-nuclear-russia-idINL5N0YY32120150612

Russia says 'very worrying' slowdown in Iran nuclear talks

Russia says 'very worrying' slowdown in Iran nuclear talks


http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/russia-says-very-worrying-slowdown-in-iran-nuclear-talks-115061300021_1.html

South Korea announces it will close oldest nuclear reactor

South Korea announces it will close oldest nuclear reactor


http://www.chinapost.com.tw/asia/korea/2015/06/13/438289/South-Korea.htm

Deals With China Hinge On Extended Cooperation Agreement, Say Lobbyists

Deals With China Hinge On Extended Cooperation Agreement, Say Lobbyists



https://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/11/deals-with-china-hinge-on-extended-cooperation-agreement_2c00_-say-lobbyists-061101.aspx#.VXs75EblxbI

3 Asian Nuclear Power Stocks to Buy Now

3 Asian Nuclear Power Stocks to Buy Now

Daiwa tips strong growth in nuclear power capacity across Asia, with China’s Huadian Fuxin its top pick.



http://online.barrons.com/articles/3-asian-nuclear-power-stocks-to-buy-now-1434085748

Fukushima: The Story of a Nuclear Disaster

Fukushima: The Story of a Nuclear Disaster

Posted on Jun 12, 2015
By Louise Rubacky


http://www.truthdig.com/arts_culture/item/fukushima_the_story_of_a_nuclear_disaster_20150612

DTE Energy Gets NRC Nod for Building Nuclear Power Plant - Analyst Blog

DTE Energy Gets NRC Nod for Building Nuclear Power Plant - Analyst Blog


http://www.nasdaq.com/article/dte-energy-gets-nrc-nod-for-building-nuclear-power-plant-analyst-blog-cm486326

Do the Japanese People Really Oppose Nuke Restarts?

Do the Japanese People Really Oppose Nuke Restarts?

A February, 2015, scientific opinion survey in Japan indicates that most Japanese do not oppose nuke restarts. This brings the constant Press reports of most people opposing restarts into question.

http://www.hiroshimasyndrome.com/fukushima-commentary.html

India's Solar Embrace Is Leaving Wind Power in the Shade

India's Solar Embrace Is Leaving Wind Power in the Shade

Anindya Upadhyay, Bloomberg
June 11, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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India is set to add more solar capacity than wind power for the first time as Prime Minister Narendra Modi looks to harness the sun’s rays to curb energy shortages. Solar installations are on course to exceed 2,500 megawatts in the year. Full Article http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/news/2015/06/indias-solar-embrace-is-leaving-wind-power-in-the-shade.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110

Why It's Time To Get Real About Energy Security

Why It's Time To Get Real About Energy Security

Hannah Smith, Contributor
June 10, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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Energy is Europe’s quiet crisis. While the clamour of failing economies, desperate migrants and political clashes grabs the headlines, energy policy is rarely front-page news, but it should be — the statistics are shocking. Full Article http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/articles/2015/06/why-its-time-to-get-real-about-energy-security.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110

A Closer Look at Fossil and Renewable Energy Subsidies

A Closer Look at Fossil and Renewable Energy Subsidies

Susan Kraemer, Contrubutor
June 10, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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The same permanent subsidies that made fossil fuels cheap are simply not available to the re-newable energy industry. Why not? Full Article http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/articles/2015/06/a-closer-look-at-fossil-and-renewable-energy-subsidies.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110

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G-7 set far-off goal to move away from fossil fuels

$subtitles.get($x) The world should move away from using fossil fuels by the end of this century, G-7 leaders announced Monday, setting an ambitious but distant goal ahead of a global summit on climate change this year. … Continue Reading
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France to merge Areva, EDF nuclear reactor businesses

$subtitles.get($x) French nuclear giants Areva and EDF will merge their reactor businesses in a joint venture controlled by EDF — a wide-ranging reshuffle of the country's state-owned atomic energy industry. … Continue Reading
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